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Accommodation and travel ideas in Guernsey
The Bailiwick of Guernsey is a British Crown Dependency in the English Channel off the coast of Normandy.
As well as the island of Guernsey itself, it also includes Alderney, Sark, Herm, Jethou, Brecqhou, Burhou, Lihou and other islets. Although the defence of all these islands is the responsibility of the United Kingdom, the Bailiwick of Guernsey is not part of the U.K. but rather a separate possession of the Crown, comparable to the Isle of Man. Guernsey is also not part of the European Union. The island of Guernsey is divided into 10 parishes. Together with the Bailiwick of Jersey, the Bailiwick of Guernsey is included in the collective grouping known as the Channel Islands. Guernsey belongs to the Common Travel Area.
Historic places to visit in Guernsey
There are many places of historical interest for visitors to Guernsey. Tours of the town, cliff walks and boat excursions are all available. One of the most fascinating places must surely be Hauteville House in St Peter’s Port. The home of exiled French author Victor Hugo for over 14 years it was here that he wrote many of his masterpieces. Another gem that can be found in Guernsey is the Little Chapel. Probably the smallest chapel in the world, it was started in 1914. Created in the image of the basilica and grotto at Lourdes it is decorated with seashells, pebbles and pieces of glass. It can be found on Rue de Boullion in St Andrews. For those who enjoy a taste of the sea there is the Cup and Saucer or more correctly Fort Grey. Situated in Rocquaine Bay this Martello tower was built as part of Guernsey’s defences back in 1804. Now a Shipwreck Museum it contains a variety of objects and links the many wrecks which can be found around the Guernsey coastline. Another fascinating place is the German Occupation Museum where you will be able to find out more about what happened to Guernsey during the 2nd World War. The Channel Islands were the only British territory to be occupied during this time and every year they celebrate their liberation on May 9th.
Historic Lake District bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) and hotel accommodation in Guernsey
The more historic hotels and bed and breakfast accommodation tends to be towards the centre of the older towns and cities.
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